Leander’s first Panera opens Thursday, Nov. 12—first 100 guests receive free meals for a year

On Thursday, November 12, 2026, at 7am, Panera Bread will officially open its first bakery-café in Leander, located at 1060 Hero Way, Suite 310, Leander, TX 78641, bringing approximately 25–30 jobs and a new dining option to the community. This marks the 12th Panera in Austin. Opening-day celebrations...